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Yodel

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GBP 40,000 - 60,000

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking self-motivated Core Delivery Drivers to join their dynamic team. This role offers the freedom to manage your own schedule while delivering parcels for some of the biggest retailers. With competitive pay rates and flexible payment options, you can maximize your earnings by delivering more parcels. Enjoy the independence of self-employment with the support of an expert team and access to valuable resources. Whether you’re a seasoned driver or new to the role, this opportunity allows you to grow your business while providing essential services to the community. Join now and take control of your earning potential!

Benefits

Partner Discounts

Health and Wellbeing Programmes

Development Support

Qualifications

  • Access to an insured car or van (up to 3.5 tonne) is required.
  • Proof of Right to Work in the UK is necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver parcels efficiently across designated routes, ensuring timely service.
  • Use a mobile app for route optimization and customer communication.

Skills

Driving Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Route Planning

Education

Full UK or EC/EEA Driving Licence

Tools

Mobile Smartphone (iOS or Android)

Job description

Self-employed Core Delivery Driver

Our Self-Employed Core Delivery Drivers play a crucial role in our operation, providing a reliable and committed delivery service across 6 days a week, Monday to Saturday. With plenty of parcels to keep you busy, there is no better time to join Yodel.

As one of our Self-Employed Core Delivery Drivers you'll enjoy freedom, flexibility and better financial rewards, plus all the support and benefits of being part of our wider Yodel team. You don't need any experience, and the more you deliver, the more you earn.

Why join Yodel

  1. Competitive rates for each parcel you deliver or collect
    Typically, our Delivery Drivers can earn anything between £18 - £20p/h (paid per parcel). We're in the business of delivering promises as well as parcels therefore we're raising our game and giving you more reasons to come and join us. All our rates are competitively enhanced taking business mileage and operational costs into consideration. It's a total gamechanger.
  2. Daily & Weekly Payment Options
    Yodel offers flexible payment options to all Self Employed delivery drivers, giving you the option to access earnings from the very next day via an app provided by our early access partner, Onsi or alternatively, join the weekly payment cycle scheme, which kicks in following 4 weeks of completed delivery services. Both payment options allow you to receive more regular payments for the delivery services you have provided.
  3. Plenty of parcels to deliver
    There are plenty of parcels to deliver meaning the earning opportunity is in your hands. Our parcels weigh up to a maximum of 15kg and can vary in size. You can realistically deliver and collect between 16-25 parcels an hour depending on the area and your experience, for 6 days a week. The more you deliver, the more you earn with the opportunity to take more parcels and boost your revenue.
  4. Freedom and flexibility
    You can plan your own route or use our handy award-winning app with simple instructions and built-in optimisation which will help you prepare and plan your routes more easily, as well as allowing you to liaise directly with customers.
  5. Regular work in the same area
    We deliver parcels for some of the biggest retailers around. So, there's no shortage of parcels to deliver. Plus, you'll be able to stay local and get to know the roads and customers.
  6. Development and support
    You'll get all the independence of being self-employed, plus the backing of our expert team and access to a Yodel representative, to answer your questions.

The Life of a Core Delivery Driver

Each day is what you make it. You can plan your own route, which will keep things fresh and interesting. And at each delivery or doorstep, use your mobile to scan parcels and make sure they're safely received by the customer, so there's no difficult technology for you to get to grips with. We will arrange a suitable time for you to collect your parcels daily, or for those located within a more rural area, we can drop to you. Simple!

Want a bit more? All our Self Employed Delivery Drivers have access to:

  • Partner Discounts - Including Nuffield Health, Pure Gym, Laithwaite wines to name a few
  • Health and Wellbeing Programmes - Offering support from managing relationships to finance
  • Develop and grow your business - There's plenty of parcels to deliver meaning the earning opportunity is in your hands

What you'll need to show us?

No experience, no problem! We give full training and support to help you get on your way. All you need to show us is the following to get started:

  • Access to an insured car or van (up to 3.5 tonne)
  • A full UK or EC/EEA Driving Licence
  • Proof of Right to Work in the UK
  • IOS or Android smartphone
  • Proof of own bank account
  • And finally, have a great attitude

Yodel recognises that its people are fundamental to its success. We are committed to equal opportunities, we value differences between people, and we aim to build teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. If you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements for the recruitment process or the role, please contact the recruitment team who will be happy to discuss.

We are looking to partner up with more Self Employed Delivery Drivers than ever before so register your interest today!

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